2025 Hyundai Kona vs. 2024 Volkswagen Taos Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Kona

2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,350 to $33,400
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Taos

2024 Volkswagen
Taos

MSRP*: $23,995 to $33,515
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MPG - City 24 - 29 MPG 24 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 35 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 60.2 - 65.9 ft3
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 158-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 190 hp 158 hp
Exterior Length 171.3 - 172.6 in 175.8 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Head Room Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 39.5 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Hyundai Kona than the Volkswagen Taos. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Kona and the Volkswagen Taos.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Taos requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Kona, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Hyundai Kona is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Taos.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Kona is about the same width as the Volkswagen Taos. The Hyundai Kona is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Taos, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Hyundai Kona has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Taos, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Kona has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Taos.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Kona transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Taos.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona and the Volkswagen Taos. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Kona as you will in the Volkswagen Taos.